ACTION NCPub 78
Pub 78
AI Summary
ACTION NC is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives within North Carolina. With a total of $319.9K in grants paid in 2021 to four grantees, the organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with ACTION NC can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
WE WORK FOR GREATER RACIAL, GENDER AND ECONOMIC EQUITY THROUGH POPULAR EDUCATION, GRASSROOTS ORGANIZING AND MOBILIZATION, TRAINING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, AND INCREASED VOTER PARTICIPATION.
Cause Areas
2
Education
Leadership development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
ACTION INSTITUTE NC
$1.6M
98%
PEOPLE'S ACTION
$10K
< 1%
NORTH CAROLINA SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS COUNCIL INC
$8K
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to ACTION NC?
No. ACTION NC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does ACTION NC give?
ACTION NC primarily gives to organizations located in North Carolina, Illinois, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are ACTION NC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from ACTION NC fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $9,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does ACTION NC make each year?
In 2021, ACTION NC awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $320 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did ACTION NC fund recently?
In 2024, ACTION NC awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include ACTION INSTITUTE NC, PEOPLE'S ACTION, and NORTH CAROLINA SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS COUNCIL INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to ACTION NC?
ACTION NC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.